History Quiz #716
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 3 October 2022
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Q1.
The Edo Period, 1603-1867, refers to what country's history?
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2
Q2.
What was the scene of the final defeat of the Jacobites under Charles Edward Stuart by forces under the command of the Duke of Cumberland on 16 April 1746?
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3
Q3.
The "Alexandra", "Empress of Australia", "Gothic" and "Britannia" were what kind of ship?
C
America's Cup contenders
D
Ships owned by Aristotle Onassis
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Q4.
According to Greek legend, which of the 9 muses was the muse of Tragedy?
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Q5.
The Boxer Rebellion which China officially waged 1900-1901 was against what?
B
Importing opium into China
C
Foreign imperialism and Christianity
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6
Q6.
Which country gained its independence from Australia on 16 September 1975?
A
The Torres Strait Islands
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Q7.
What was the only part of the British Isles to be occupied by Germany in World War II?
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